Giving your dog’s mind a workout has many benefits for your dog, as well as for you, and is easier and more fun than you might think.

Most reputable breeders will require you to sign a contract before you bring your new puppy home. How do you know what's typical in a dog breeder contract?

Pet owners should know the symptoms, causes, and treatment options for ringworm in dogs. Here's what to look for in your dog.

Large and sturdy, Bernese Mountain Dogs are as beautiful as they are affectionate. Berners, as they're also called, live to please their owners. Their intelligence and gentle temperament make them easy to train. But Berners can be sensitive to harsh correction and don't do well with being left alone. That's why it's important to consider specific training […]

Dr. Gary King's Standard Manchester Terrier "Albus" is not only one of the fastest Manchesters around, but he's an agility star as well.

When Emily Johnson first got involved in dog sports, she knew she needed a dog that would keep up with her after initially working with an Australian Cattle Dog and an adamant Maltese. Eventually, she settled on a Belgian Tervuren named Helo, now 5 years old. “I wanted something with a little bit more drive. […]

The American Kennel Club (AKC) announced today that it is honoring Georgia Representative David Knight with the AKC Legislator of the Year award in recognition of his strong advocacy for responsible dog ownership. Representative Knight previously received the award in 2015. Knight has been a leader in advocating for policies that promote responsible dog ownership, support […]

by Lori Herbel We've all had those great moments in herding when our own outstanding handling expertise and our dog's natural, God-given talents have put us in awe and made our hearts swell, and given us cause to be proud to be herders. But why, oh why do those moments seem to be much fewer […]

[accordion] [accordion_panel title="American Field Irish Setters (October 1975 Board meeting)"]  Based upon a request from the Irish Setter Club of America, AKC discontinued the registration of Irish Setters based upon pedigrees from the American Field Dog Stud Book. [/accordion_panel] [accordion_panel title="Auction Policy (July 2003 Board meeting)"]  The Board reviewed its policy on Auctions, considering the […]

Premium List Released: Here is the premium for the 2026 AKC Agility League Championship. If you have questions, please write us at AgilityLeague@akc.org. Important Announcement – 2026 AKC Agility League Championship We are excited to announce the event is on and will NOW be held at a NEW location – the James B. Hunt Horse Complex […]